Dr. Igor Passaglia, PhD
About Me
During his three years of Plastic Surgery training, he attended numerous national and international conferences and observed leading surgeons worldwide. His training included experiences in the United States (Dallas, Los Angeles, and New York), South Africa (Cape Town), and Portugal (Porto). He has also published several scientific papers and book chapters. Upon completing his training, he passed the Board Certification Exam and became a member of the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery (SBCP).
After this significant stage in his education, he pursued two years of Fellowship training in Craniofacial Surgery and Orbital and Eyelid Surgery at USP.
He later passed the examination to become a Full Member of the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery (SBCP), achieving the highest qualification within the leading Plastic Surgery institution in Brazil.
Dr. Igor Passaglia completed his Doctorate (PhD) in Plastic Surgery at USP, further consolidating his academic and scientific career. In total, he has dedicated 18 years to his professional and scientific development.
Over the past three years, Dr. Igor Passaglia has focused on bringing the latest technology and innovations to his patients. He has traveled to various countries, including the United States, Turkey, Spain, Chile, Italy, the United Arab Emirates, and Colombia, sharing his expertise and incorporating cutting-edge advancements into his practice.
Choosing a surgeon is a crucial decision, and knowing their background is essential. Dr. Igor Passaglia is committed to staying at the forefront of Plastic Surgery to offer the most specialized and personalized treatments to his patients. Plastic surgery is often a lifelong dream for many patients. To ensure they feel comfortable and confident, Dr. Igor Passaglia and his team provide comprehensive support throughout the entire process.
Dr. Igor Passaglia is a Plastic Surgeon trained at the two most renowned institutions in Brazil and among the most prestigious worldwide: the Ivo Pitanguy Institute and the University of São Paulo (USP). His education reflects the excellence and legacy of his mentor, Prof. Ivo Pitanguy, one of the greatest names in global Plastic Surgery.
He began his medical career at the age of 17 when he entered the School of Medicine in Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, earning his medical degree at 23. After passing competitive residency exams in General Surgery, he was accepted into the country’s top institutions. Following two years of General Surgery—a prerequisite for specialization—he was accepted into Plastic Surgery training, ranking first in the SUS-SP entrance exam among 2,430 candidates that year, as well as at the Ivo Pitanguy Institute.
Dr. Igor Passaglia is a member of the world’s leading medical organizations:
- Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery (SBCP)
(SBCP) - Association of Alumni of Professor Ivo Pitanguy (AExPi)
Ivo Pitanguy (AExPi). - American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
- International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
- Brazilian Association of Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery (ABCCMF)
- Brazilian College of Surgeons (CBC)
- Regional Medical Council of São Paulo (CREMESP)
- Regional Medical Council of Rio de Janeiro (CREMERJ)
- Regional Medical Council of Goiás (CREMEGO)
His practice is based on promoting patient well-being and safety, addressing every stage of the surgical process with dedication, professionalism, and meticulous attention to detail. To uphold these high standards, Dr. Igor Passaglia performs surgeries at Brazil’s top hospitals, where he is also part of the medical staff. These include:
- Albert Einstein Hospital
- Vila Nova Star Hospital
- Sírio Libanês Hospital
- Copa Star Hospital
- Samaritano Hospital
Dr. Igor Passaglia is a Plastic Surgeon trained at the two most renowned institutions in Brazil and among the most prestigious worldwide: the Ivo Pitanguy Institute and the University of São Paulo (USP). His education reflects the excellence and legacy of his mentor, Prof. Ivo Pitanguy, one of the greatest names in global Plastic Surgery.
Começou sua vida profissional aos 17 anos, quando ingressou na Faculdade de Medicina em Ribeirão Preto – São Paulo, tornando-se Médico aos 23 anos.
Realizou provas de residência para Cirurgia Geral, sendo aprovado nos principais serviços do país. Após 2 anos de Cirurgia Geral, pré-requisito para ingressar na especialidade, foi aprovado em Cirurgia Plástica em primeiro lugar no Instituto Ivo Pitanguy e também no SUS-SP, entre 2.430 cirurgiões que participaram do concurso naquele ano.
During his three years of Plastic Surgery training, he attended numerous national and international conferences and observed leading surgeons worldwide. His training included experiences in the United States (Dallas, Los Angeles, and New York), South Africa (Cape Town), and Portugal (Porto). He has also published several scientific papers and book chapters. Upon completing his training, he passed the Board Certification Exam and became a member of the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery (SBCP).
After this significant stage in his education, he pursued two years of Fellowship training in Craniofacial Surgery and Orbital and Eyelid Surgery at USP.
He later passed the examination to become a Full Member of the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery (SBCP), achieving the highest qualification within the leading Plastic Surgery institution in Brazil.
Dr. Igor Passaglia completed his Doctorate (PhD) in Plastic Surgery at USP, further consolidating his academic and scientific career. In total, he has dedicated 18 years to his professional and scientific development.
Over the past three years, Dr. Igor Passaglia has focused on bringing the latest technology and innovations to his patients. He has traveled to various countries, including the United States, Turkey, Spain, Chile, Italy, the United Arab Emirates, and Colombia, sharing his expertise and incorporating cutting-edge advancements into his practice.
Dr. Igor Passaglia is a member of the world’s leading medical organizations:
- Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery (SBCP)
(SBCP) - Association of Alumni of Professor Ivo Pitanguy (AExPi)
Ivo Pitanguy (AExPi). - American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
- International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
- Brazilian Association of Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery (ABCCMF)
- Brazilian College of Surgeons (CBC)
- Regional Medical Council of São Paulo (CREMESP)
- Regional Medical Council of Rio de Janeiro (CREMERJ)
- Regional Medical Council of Goiás (CREMEGO)
Choosing a surgeon is a crucial decision, and knowing their background is essential. Dr. Igor Passaglia is committed to staying at the forefront of Plastic Surgery to offer the most specialized and personalized treatments to his patients. Plastic surgery is often a lifelong dream for many patients. To ensure they feel comfortable and confident, Dr. Igor Passaglia and his team provide comprehensive support throughout the entire process.
His practice is based on promoting patient well-being and safety, addressing every stage of the surgical process with dedication, professionalism, and meticulous attention to detail. To uphold these high standards, Dr. Igor Passaglia performs surgeries at Brazil’s top hospitals, where he is also part of the medical staff. These include:
- Albert Einstein Hospital
- Vila Nova Star Hospital
- Sírio Libanês Hospital
- Copa Star Hospital
- Samaritano Hospital
